Spatial data are created by several agencies as per their needs. Between 1999- 2002 Survey Department created the digital topographic database from its base-maps. Development of a multi-resolution geo-database is under progress.
In year 2002, Government of Nepal realized the importance of supporting in the creation of an infrastructure to facilitate the sharing of geographical information within the country.

Mission & Objectives

Mission: To strengthen planning and resource management in Nepal through the development of a geographic information infrastructure for the access of geographic and related data for decision-making.

Objectives: To develop an NGII platform to facilitate data sharing among Survey Department, Central Bureau of Statistics and participating agencies.